Entry Level Geologist/GIT

Stantec•Lombard, IL

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join Stantec’s team in Lombard, IL as a geologist in training within our Remediation business line supporting complex environmental consulting projects focusing on site characterization, remediation, and brownfield revitalization for key clients. Projects will include implementing environmental site assessments (soil, sediment, and groundwater); remediation; due diligence; and vapor intrusion investigations in a variety of client service areas throughout the Midwest. The position requires an independent individual with solid problem solving and communication skills. Our environmental professionals strive to serve our clients, understand their needs, and provide innovative and effective solutions. We succeed through the dedication of diverse, inclusive, and talented teams who collaborate and create the opportunity to work in more communities, for more clients in an ever-expanding range of services and geographies. Our success is marked by the union of client satisfaction and environmental stewardship. Stantec offers competitive pay, full-benefits, and see our employees as our greatest strength. In this role you can grow alongside the best in the industry to enrich your career path by making a positive impact.

Requirements

Strong technical aptitude and technical writing ability
Ability to prioritize work and make responsible decisions
Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
Ability to manage multiple tasks at once and meet strict project deadlines.
Ability to travel regionally and locally as required for field work and project needs (up to 75%).
Ability to pass a background security check and drug screen.
Valid US driver’s license and good driving record.

Nice To Haves

Professional experience in environmental consulting is preferred but not required
40-hour HAZWOPER training preferred

Responsibilities

Participate in remedial activities at affected facilities, properties, or sites addressing chemical impacts in air, surface water, soil, soil vapor, groundwater, and/or sediment.
Conducting due diligence, Phase I ESAs or other environmental projects.
Conduct intrusive site investigations, Phase II ESAs, facility investigations, and remedial investigations of vapor, surface water, soil, groundwater, and/or sediment to determine the presence or absence, nature, and extent of constituents of concern.
Collect, and interpret data, conduct analyses, and compare findings to relevant studies and local, state and federal regulations.
Compiling, evaluating, analyzing, and presenting/reporting subsurface investigation data and preparing technical reports.
Collaborate with other scientific and engineering professionals within the practice.
Coordinate each project with the project managers as necessary.
Preparation of health & safety plans, work plans, reports, and other technical documents under supervision.
Coordination and oversight of subcontractors, including health and safety management.
Travel may be required for the purpose of field work or training.